THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION REACTION - What An Emotional Story!

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Woah... this movie made me feel all the things! Loved it. If you want more say in what movies I react to, we now do 📽 MOVIE POLLS 🗳over on my Patreon page. www.patreon.com/newfiereactions Also, Comment below with your thoughts and favorite part of this film.

[@doobernow]

The scene where Red is throwing the ball took like 12 hours to film. Morgan came in the next day with a sling but never complained from the stories I've read. You're definitely gonna get a lot of requests for The Green Mile, but another movie you should add to your list is Stand By Me....another Steven King story brought to the big screen. Great coming to age flick!

[@robertbunting3117]

The movie that started the whole phenomenon of EVERYONE wanting Morgan Freeman to narrate their lives. one of the best King adaptations going

[@looneygardener]

Hahahaha good one

[@willdallas53]

The original ending of the movie ended with red on the bus. The studio made them go back and add in the scene where they meet on the beach because they didn’t like an open ending so it was one of the rare times when a studio intervened in a film and made it infinitely better. This is my favorite movie of all time. Ive literally watched it hundreds of times and can quote the dialogue for the entire thing. Turner used to show this on tbs or tnt like 5 times a week when I was younger and I stopped to watch it every time I saw it when I was flipping through the channels. This is right up there with the back to the future trilogy on the list of movies that should never be remade.

[@joeconcepts5552]

Noticed after many rewatches how the subtle pieces of writing have meaning. Brooks says “So they’ll send me back home.” Red just says “So they’ll send me back.” He’s not as far gone as Brooks was.

[@paxtonpomykal5243]

Definitely one of the best movies ever A movie every person should watch at least one time in life

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

I can see why people love it so much. So many emotions.

[@BunBun299]

Something that's easy to miss on a first watch, Andy hid his Rock Hammer in the Bible, and he started cutting it at the Book of Exodus. If you're unfamiliar, that book was about the Israelites being liberated from their enslavement in Egypt.

[@Rudromukherjeenerv]

$370000 in 1966 is the equivalent of about3.4 million today!

[@rebeccahanson6941]

Apparently they didn’t originally show them reuniting at the end but test audiences said they wanted to see it so they added it. Most satisfying movie ending ever.

[@shugaroony]

It still didn't need it, but it still a satisfying conclusion.

[@Shax22132]

Still one of the best movie endings I've ever seen. And consider: Andy started his escape plan almost as soon as he got into prison. For 19 years, he worked on it, planned it out, changed it, refined it, and finally executed it flawlessly, getting his revenge as well. And in all those years, he never said a single word or even hinted about it to anyone, not even Red. Hugely impressive. Thanks for the video and reaction.

[@Justin.Franks]

The original ending, which matched the novella's, would have been better. It ends on Red's _"I hope..."_ line. It doesn't even matter whether Red did make it to Zihuatanejo. His redemption is made complete by learning how to feel hope again. And for anyone who thinks that it is Andy's redemption that is referred to in the title, that doesn't make much sense. Andy was not guilty of anything more than being a distant husband; he didn't need redemption. It was Red's redemption that the whole story is about.

[@jaysondixon923]

Fun fact, the picture used in Red's mugshot when he was up for (and eventually granted) release is actually Morgan Freeman's son

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Ohhh that's really cool! :D

[@jaysondixon923]

@@NewfieMovieReactions it actually really is, I didn't know that until I had it pointed out to me

[@doobernow]

He's also the guy reeling in the fishes when Andy first comes to Shawshank. I think he's in another seen but I can't remember...maybe during the Rita Wilson poster part, but I'm not sure.

[@joepegel]

"I hope." Probably the best final line of any movie ever.

[@magdalenaannasapieja7091]

That is a MASTERPIECE !!! My all time favourite 😍😍😍GREAT reaction 😀

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Thanks! :D

[@wackyvorlon]

It’s the greatest movie ever made.

[@JayTor2112]

I always like pointing out how fortunate it was that Andy got a cell on the end.

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

I was thinking that during editing as well. :)

[@maloneaqua]

Small mercy considering how unfortunate he was to be wrongfully convicted of a crime and sentenced to life

[@Shax22132]

Indeed, but I like to think that Andy would have figured out a way to escape regardless.

[@yuothineyesasian]

I was always surprised at how fast the newspapers were.

[@Fishmorph]

In the novella, they give that as one reason why Andy did so much for the prison warden. He was in a single-occupancy cell on the end and didn’t want to get moved.

[@maryrichardson1318]

I also like how they indicated the passage of time by the posters on Andy's wall.

[@dudermcdudeface3674]

This movie is a legit "soulgasm". Very rare. You feel richer after watching it, and the effect doesn't fade with time.

[@shainewhite2781]

The best movie ever made, and the best of all time! Before Tim Robbins was cast as Andy, Harrison Ford, Kevin Costner, Johnny Depp and Charlie Sheen were considered. Robert Duvall, Paul Newman, Clint Eastwood and Robert Redford were considered for Red, the films narrator. Rob Reiner, Was considered to direct the film until Frank Darabont was picked. The movie made $73 million dollars against a $25 million dollar budget. It was nominated for 8 Oscars including Best Picture but lost 6 to Forrest Gump. The film made it's TV Debut on TNT and TBS in 1997, then made it's VHS debut where it sold 320,000 copies, thus gaining a cult following.

[@cshubs]

Have you seen Lawrence of Arabia? 🙂

[@darthtrip7188]

I agree. The Shawshank Redemption is the best film ever made and the best of all time..no doubt about it.

[@OriginalPuro]

Shawshank and Forrest Gump always battle for first place, but we can all agree that both are amazing. We are fortunate to have many of the "old" actors, the stage actors, the theater actors still with us, but it won't be long until they're all gone and we're left with shit like Ryan Gosling or Zendeya..

[@shugaroony]

@@darthtrip7188 I mean its a great film, but there is so many others that are leagues better.

[@darthtrip7188]

@@shugaroony No, there isn't. There's a reason The Shawshank Redemption is the #1 rated film on IMDb with a 9.3/10. The Shawshank Redemption is the best and greatest film ever made and it's okay to admit it. Perfect story telling, perfect narration, perfect pacing, perfect music/score, perfect editing, perfect cinematography, perfect acting by an an ensemble cast, perfect casting, perfect directing, perfect dialogue, perfect writing, lots of memorable quotes, an emotional roller coaster, two great villains/antagonists,, two great protagonists, it takes an already great short story by Stephen King and makes it better and actually is better than the already great short story by Stephen King, great characters overall, memorable characters, depicts prison life pretty accurately for the most part, does a great job of depicting being institutionalized, this film has even stopped people from committing suicide and/or giving up on life and it's also helped some people beat addiction according to the letters and emails Stephen King and Frank Darabont have said they've recieved from people, etc etc...enough said.

[@carajay1851]

Been following you for some time and an absolute joy to watch.stay safe, stay well. And lots of awesome vibes to you and family

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Thank you! You too!

[@ambergallen4144]

This was my late father and myfav movie. Everytime i happen upon it i watch. It takes you through so much. But its a beautiful testament to hope. And friendship.

[@feedmefrenzy.]

Keep in mind this is based off a book written by the one and only Stephen King. Green Mile is also a good one to react to; guarantee a lot of views.

[@delicia3013]

Definitely second the Green Mile suggestion, so good!

[@BunBun299]

I will Third that recommendation.

[@wackyvorlon]

Fun fact: there are revolvers that hold eight bullets. They’re less common but they’re not unheard of.

[@blakemcelrath54]

Randall Stevenson is a tribute to Robert Lewis Stevenson who wrote Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

[@jesterforhire]

I’m watching you now and I was SO stoked to see you picked this masterpiece. Love your reactions a lot. Excellent choice. I bet your subscriber base goes up. Seattle is sending you love and I’m going to request Robin Williams please. ANYTHING he does is stupendous, drama or comedy.

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jesterforhire]

You’re the best. Truly a gifted reactor and I can tell you are a good person. I like supporting people who are kind, if you know what I mean. I enjoy Movies with Mary, OGBReacts, It’saPrimate, Popcorn in Bed, Shan watches Movies and Brandon Likes Movies. Jen Murray is great as is Shanelle Riccio and Mary Cherry. James vs Cinema and Shree are also fun. As you can see, I watch a bunch of reactors! Trust me…do some Robin Williams after Halloween month and do a roll of them. There are a TON of his fans that would be so thrilled. Many of his terrific films have never been reacted to, and they REALLY need to. You may start a trend! Anyhow, this 52 yr old broad and her fiancé enjoy your hard work. I’ll be back for many more!

[@the_nikster1]

yes! one of the very few examples of a perfect film. and to clear something up: Andy wasn't just upset about not being freed after Tommy was murdered, he was upset about a young man losing his life because of the warden's corruption. Andy truly cared about Tommy; you can see it in his face when he found out that he passed the exam. my only qualm about this movie is that I wish the warden would have been captured so he could truly suffer in prison for what he did, rather than taking the easy way out. thanks for the great reaction Eddie! ❤

[@msmrsro]

Thanks for letting us watch this with you. I’ve seen it a number of times. It’s one of those movies that, when you catch it on TV, you stop and watch it. So good. 😊

[@davidphillips9726]

I'm really digging your channel so far. Been deep diving your vids all night. I have a hard time with reactors who try way too hard, and push this over amped version of themselves. I like this, where it feels very conversational and mellow. Cool stuff, bro!

[@gonzpat9880]

Clancey Brown is also an underrated actor in this movie. He plays the sadistic Captain Hadley. In real life, he also plays Mr Crabs in Spongebob. How awesome is that?

[@janisthibodeau3861]

Very!

[@JR05-1]

Also, plays the detective partner of Connor in Detroit: Become Human

[@albertmas3752]

And Lex Luthor in Superman: The Animated series.

[@CaptainNeatoman2007]

And the Kurgan in the original Highlander.

[@kylederry5031]

The head viking in pathfinder Viking in Bad Boys with Sean Penn The drill Sgt in starship troopers

[@americanfreedomlogistics9984]

i like how when Red is released the guards look upon him with some level of reverence

[@maureenseel118]

One of the few movies I could watch any time.

[@maryrichardson1318]

Can you just imagine what it was like for Brooks when he got out? The only equivalent is if you were suddenly placed on Mars, and you had no idea how to survive. When he went in, the automobile, telephone, and air travel weren't even a thing for the average person. When he got out 50 years later, we were gearing up to put a man on the moon.

[@jasonstamp10]

Another vote for The Green Mile here! It's another fantastic film adapted from a Stephen King book. It's masterful filmmaking from Frank Darabont again.

[@mikemath9508]

Red working at the grocery store always reminds me of working grocery. With both Stocking, Cashiering/Bagging, I always always had to ask if I could use the bathroom.

[@andidreyes5323]

There's a phrase that Val Kilmer says as 'Doc Holliday' in "Tombstone" that sums up the warden. " It appears my hypocrisy knows no bounds."

[@anitasmith7764]

This is one of my top faves! Great storytelling! Good choice Newfie!

[@chipsthedog1]

Great writing obviously but another great detail is everything outside the prison is green & lush whilst everything inside the walls is grey & Stark the scene where Andy arrives shows this well but perhaps the best example is when they are doing the roof as you get a good view. It's amazing direction/scenework showing the extreme contrast between outside being all fresh and clean while the inside is old, dirty & drab with not one blade of green grass. Beautiful movie which is arguably the best story of hope and overcoming adversity ever put on screen.

[@JediDanD]

"How often do you look at a man's shoes?" That never would have worked in a women's prison . . . :3

[@ilesalmo7724]

In the parole-board meetings the picture in the document was Freeman's son Alfonso who also appears in the beginning "reeling" fresh fish while they walk

[@gordondafoe3516]

Just found your channel Newf, and thank Lord, T'under and Jesus! I met many Newfoundlanders growing up in Toronto, Canada. Nice to here "eh" again! Great reaction, and I see you've watched many of the great films. I'm looking forward to them all. Keep it up brother!

[@V.C.88]

I believe this is one of the few times I’ll say the movie did the book justice.

[@danielkarlsson258]

Red: 23:44 "Hope is a dangerous thing." 44:25 "I hope to see my friend and shake his hand. I hope..."

[@SimoExMachina2]

Okay, so this is what I call a Big Brain reaction. The amount of times when this guy, whom I've had dubbed as Bret (if you know why, you have a big brain too), has called out major plot points prior them being displayed, is staggering. Bravo sir. Well done.

[@svrdhd8293]

He also knew the rock at the wall was black, that was never mentioned and could have been pink, green, or any other color. So maybe not as amazing as it appears.

[@albertmas3752]

One thinks of Stephen King, King of Horror, and rarely imagines stories like this also come from him. Such a talented writer. Few movies get tears on me but this ending... always hits me to the heart.

[@leehodge36]

This is probably the best reaction to this video I've seen of all them I've seen of this particular movie ! 👍👍😂😁

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Wow, thanks!

[@sharonjoan1970]

Yes, Excited to watch you react to this Masterpiece ❤️

[@sarahfields288]

when Guard Hadley was arrested the officer had to read the maranda rights off of a card because they had just been brought into power and wasn't memorised yet

[@SerHenkan]

"Can't say I agree with this... but for you, I'll make an exception" // the warden, when referencing the poster/hole and talking to Andy.

[@abi09]

im always stoked when you post a reaction, but ive been WAITING for this one

[@Salguine]

Escaping from the prison was great, but cleaning out all the warden's bank accounts while doing it was the cherry on top. One thing a lot of people miss...When the warden finds Andy's Bible with the hollowed-out space for the rock hammer, it's open to the book of Exodus. Nice touch.

[@dagelijksedosisinternet3591]

Man such a heavy movie, i can only rewatch it so many times

[@maloneaqua]

Historically, Harmonicas were the only instrument permitted in a cell in some prisons. Soldiers often carried harmonica during the civil war so even if they were technically contraband it’s possible the restriction wasn’t enforced by guards.

[@laurenokeeffe4059]

This is my favourite movie OF ALL TIME. People reacting to it makes me nervous. Lol

[@toukie]

I remember when this movie came out. I went to see it because I had read the story in Stephen King's book. I fell in love with the movie and yet it basically tanked at the box office. It's when it came out on VHS that it started gaining momentum. People would rent it on Friday night and then tell everybody they knew and they would rent it and it snowballed from there, to become one of the (if not THE) greatest movie of all time and the highest rated on IMDB. And by the way, good prison escape / revenge story... Count of Monte Cristo...

[@scarlettmi]

Can’t forget how TNT acquiring cable broadcast rights to it helped as well. It would air it quite a lot and it really built the film’s post-theatre success to the next level.

[@sharkdentures3247]

I've said it before, and I'll say it again. You can NOT help but be affected by Morgan Freeman's narration! Especially at the end! He voice bumps this movie from an "8", to an "11"!

[@JeffKelly03]

Fun fact: the mugshot of young Red at his parole hearings is actually a photo of Morgan Freeman's son, Alfonso. (Alfonso also has a small role when Andy first arrives as the prison, as one of the prisoners saying "fresh fish" when he's being marched in from the bus.)

[@gregorywilcox5949]

this stephen king story was in his four seasons book no horror stories in this one also had the story that was made into stand by me great film

[@hebber1961]

A sharpened toothbrush can be pretty lethal.

[@tree6787]

Thid movie is a Masterpiece

[@juliestasha2919]

I love you whispered 'where'd he get a bird' so the prison workers wouldn't hear you 😂😀

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

I get really into the movie. Haha :D

[@laurenherda2415]

The prison they filmed this at is in Mansfield Ohio about an hr where I live, they do ghost tours there and I think you can even spend the night, every Halloween it gets super busy it's said to be haunted 👻

[@shugaroony]

It looked a spooky place when this was shot in the 90's. Bet its even more eerie now.

[@shakawhenthewallsfell8570]

That $370K that Andy collected when he broke out would be around $3.3 million in today's money. Not a bad salary for 19 years of work.

[@mykeleddy2608]

Its a mad mad mad mad world is an old classic movie that I recommend checking out. Probably be a 2 part video since its pretty long

[@anthonymiele4320]

Evil Dead (1981). "Khandar Estrada khandos thrus indactu nosfrandus khandar dematos khandar." Groovy.

[@marcoarreola9058]

Anyone ever visit Zihuatanejo? It's a wonderful place. There's a bar there with Shawshank memorabilia.

[@jasonm8017]

I have at times, put this ahead of The Godfather 1&2 on my list as Best. I say 1&2 because I haven’t decided yet which Godfather is best. Subed Newf❤️

[@johnfriday5169]

Funny, this movie was a flop at the box office. Found it's audience on video and became one of the best, most beloved movies of all time.

[@GrouchyOldBear7]

Thanks for the video. I enjoyed it.

[@claymccoy]

When Red tells Andy that going to Mexico is "shitty pipe dreams", it foreshadows Andy crawling through a pipe of shit to escape.

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Woah... I never caught that. Nice! :D

[@d.-_-.b]

The Green Mile is considered a true companion to this, a prison movie by the same director based on a novella by the same author as this one. Tugs at your heartstrings even more.

[@rbrainsop1]

The bible verse Andy quoted in his first scene with the warden had a double meaning. The most obvious one is that the warden is the "master of the house." The prisoners have to stay on their guard to avoid getting into trouble. It very specifically applies to tossing the cells- you never know when he's coming, and you'd better be ready (and not doing anything you shouldn't) when he does. But ultimately (and in the context of the actual biblical text) it's about the fact that you might be able to get away with doing bad things for a while, but ultimately the master of the house (God) will come and you will have to answer for your actions one way or the other. The warden has been able to exploit the prisoners unchecked for decades since none of them have the power to oppose or expose him. But by the end, everything comes to light, as it always does, and he has to answer for what he did.

[@maloneaqua]

You can be institutionalized in as little as 5-6 years. Especially if you’ve missed crucial workforce years. Employers don’t want to hire someone at entry level if they’re over a certain age.

[@naterater100]

I absolutely LOVE your shirt!

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Thanks! I designed it myself! It's in my merch shop if you are interested. www.newfiemerch.com/

[@mogwiawolf4354]

Grew up watching this and love it also you should watch Master and Commander

[@AdamtheGrey02]

'The Skeleton Key' from 2005 is a nice and creepy mystery horror type film for the month of October I'd recommend you put on your list for one day.

[@gmunden1]

To me, it made no sense that an inebriated Andy would be able to count out and load each chamber of his gun with the exact amount of bullets when he couldn't even load the initial bullets while sitting in his car. He dropped most of the ammunition on the ground, including his whisky bottle. I enjoy Stephen King novels and the film adaptations. I usually read his books before watching the films. There are a few Stephen King film adaptations not many people have seen but should consider watching: "Thinner", "Needful Things", "Salem's Lot", "Sleepwalkers". "Cujo" was better as a novel, as the film adaptation was almost a different story, which disappointed me. The film version of "Cujo" was sanitized and the dark ending was changed to an "uplifting" one. Your analysis was excellent. I enjoyed your reaction. Great job!

[@s1kmar]

i feel like he would love watching Peaky Blinders

[@cshubs]

$1 in the 60s had the value of $10 today.

[@addidaswguy]

GREAT movie, one of my favorite ever, not like top 10, but def up there.

[@jackmeowmeowmeow2177]

Just wanted to say, you really look like a young Edward Norton around the time Fight Club came out.

[@seebee925]

Oh, this is getting very emotional. But thumbs up for Eddie in advance!

[@ValleCSS]

You really need to do The Green Mile after watching this

[@deeanna8448]

Yes, another vote for The Green Mile! Also written by Stephen King and directed by Frank Derabont.

[@ScalexCzech]

- "Dear Red. Do you remember the name of the city?" - Ziju... Zitu... Ziku... Zhynu... Ziru... F*ck!!!

[@missromy7304]

Enjoyed your reaction!! Such a great movie. Have a nice weekend Newfie!

[@belindalopes6774]

Always cry from whenBrookes Leaves.

[@corralescoyote]

Best thing - if I was in prison I’d read every book…

[@HenryCabotHenhouse3]

Originally they didn't show it, the film ended with the bus driving down the road and Red's voiceover "I hope." Test audiences were furious they did get to find out if Red made it so they shot the beach scene and added it to the end. Personally, I think the film would have been more powerful with the original ending since the whole thing was about Andy espousing the power of hope.

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Ohhh that's interesting. Sometimes I like the fade away and leave it to the imagination. :)

[@garryiglesias4074]

Although I'd had prefer the "original" edit. I note something rarely mentioned: they didn't show the actual meet. They "just" pictured the hope Red have in his mind, watch the color difference, the lack of dialogue, the "unreal" setup: empty beach, just the two of us, flashy colors, no word. It's not the actual meeting, it's the picture of Red's "hope"... So it's faithful to the story, they just hint the average viewer, but it seems it's not really understood like that, almost everybody just take this last shot as reality. And particularly those who complain about this last shot, should instead take it as it is: Red's imagination, Red's hope.

[@christinefaul3811]

In 1960, that 350k would have been like having over 3 million dollars today.

[@loudoesreviews]

Greatest. Movie. Ever. First of 3 Frank Darabont adaptations of a Stephen King book. Next you should do - The Green Mile and then The Mist.

[@stocks1000]

Give "Searching for Bobby Fischer" or "Rob Roy" a try. Nobody ever reacts to these but they're up there at the top of my favorites list right along with this movie. Here's some other great ones worth the time to watch "Dances with Wolves" - "Dead Poets Society" - "Before Sunrise"

[@delicia3013]

Searching For Bobby Fischer is definitely worth a watch! I've never been so emotional about chess before!

[@Kenny-ep2nf]

Ohh man hahaha, you literally chose the most emotional movie to react to :)). Do you prefer this or Green Mile?

[@user-je5de5qp6r]

Great reaction

[@robertgreen7915]

Ive watched alot of people react to this film but you didn't miss a thing you totally understood the whole film you didnt miss a thing great reaction brother Please react to a film called Greenstreet About an American becoming a uk football hooligan gtet film

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Thanks! I try really hard to focus on the film when I do a reaction. :)

[@rojergrison3752]

Did you notice what chapter he used to store his hammer ? Exodus !

[@americanfreedomlogistics9984]

still number one on IMDB

[@shugaroony]

People need to see more films. Shawshank is great, but its not the number one film ever.

[@darthtrip7188]

@@shugaroony Yes, it really is.

[@looneygardener]

Great movie

[@miked.7245]

7:08 "they got this weird blend of Christianity and ruthless aggression and violence." Just look at the history of Christianity and you'll see that it's not a weird mix at all.

[@woodedlane]

I enjoyed your review. I'm an old movie buff and now new subscriber. What do you enjoy watching? I'd love to recommend some.

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

Thanks. I'm up for watching whatever the people want based on the feedback from the polls. Except no musicals or Horror for copyright/monetization issues.

[@mikemath9508]

"i wanna see him, and shake his hand" then he sees him and hugs him andy and red are way better than forrest and jenny

[@MrDekasOne]

Red's crime isn't touched on in the movie but it is in the book the movie is based on, Red is responsible for the death of 3 people 1 intentionally 2 accidentally, he found out his gf had a hefty life insurance policy so cut the breaks on her car the accident killed her the neighbour and the neighbours kid

[@ilovegames9708]

Fun Fact: The $370,000 Andy took from Norton in today's money would be somewhere around $3,569,057.

[@marilyn4917]

I would love to see you react to Tombstone ( starring Kurt Russell and Val Kilmer) if you haven’t seen it already.

[@msmrsro]

You’re intuition in what’s coming up is uncanny.

[@NewfieMovieReactions]

It's been that way with almost all the films I've watched on the channel so far. I just pay really close attention to details and I have been creating stories (through RPGs) my whole life. So I watch movies differently, looking for plot hooks, twists, the different perspectives of various characters etc. The problem with this is that it leads people to think I've seen the movies before. Ohh well. Also, some movies are just predictable.